Odisha capital to be fortified for I Day celebrations

Bhubaneswar: The Twin City Commissionerate Police has made extensive security arrangements for Independence Day celebrations in the Odisha capital.

About 25 platoons of policemen including the newly constituted Odisha Swift Action Force (OSAF) will be deployed to thwart any possible threat.

Moreover, as many as 50 CCTV cameras will be installed for surveillance purpose.

“Elaborate arrangements are being put in place by the Commissionerate Police for Independence Day celebrations. Around 25 platoons of security forces and 200 officers will be deployed. Quick Action Team (QAT) s, SOG, Swift Action Force will be deployed at various locations. Picketing will be done in various areas. The entire area will be put under CCTV surveillance. Fire Brigade and ambulances will be kept on standby,” informed Twin City Commissioner of Police Y B Khurania.